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Classic Bolognese

A comforting classic Bolognese that warms the heart and fills the kitchen with irresistible aromas. Easy to make, rich in flavor, and perfect for sharing with loved ones—true balsam for the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 People
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 281
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 large Onion
  • 2 Garlic Cloves
  • 2 tbsp Tomato paste
  • 2 large Carrots
  • 18 oz. Ground Beef
  • 1 Cup Red Wine optional
  • 16 oz. Pureed tomatoes
  • 16 oz. Chopped Somatoes
  • 16 oz. Tomato Sauce Add as much tomato juice as you like to reach your desired consistency.
  • Salt & pepper
  • 3 tbsp Garlic powder
  • 3 tbsp Mild paprika
  • 4 tbsp Herbes de Provence
  • Handful Fresh Basil Leaves

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot or deep skillet
  • 1 Pot
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Sharp knife
  • 1 Spoon
  • 1 Measuring cup

Method
 

Preperation
  1. Dice the onion, garlic, and carrots. Roughly chop the basil leaves.
Sautéing
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add the onions and garlic. Sauté them until they turn translucent. Stir in the tomato paste and diced carrots, allowing them to cook for a few minutes so their natural flavors can develop.
Browning the Meat
  1. Next, add the ground meat and cook it while stirring until it is nicely browned and crumbly.
Deglazing (optional)
  1. If you like, pour in the red wine to deglaze the pan and let it simmer briefly until the alcohol has evaporated.
Adding Tomatoes and Seasoning
  1. Stir in the pureed and chopped tomatoes, adjusting the amount of chopped tomatoes depending on whether you prefer a thicker or thinner sauce. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Herbes de Provence, then stir in some of the basil leaves.
Simmering
  1. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for about an hour. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve
  1. Serve it with pasta topped with the Bolognese sauce, garnished with fresh basil or grated Parmesan if desired.